Well, I have a referral and apparently someone informed her I was "GREAT" at cutting curly...Don't know where that came from b/c I have NEVER cut curly hair...I am new and been on the floor for a few months...Anyway, from what I understand it is better to cut dry....Would it be Ok to use a razor and cut it wet ?  Or will that wreck the ends?....I figured you could get a better end result using the razor...possibly twisting the hair and cutting some parts too....Bottom line, I am a bit scared maybe I will just do some round layers and call it a day?  Any advice is apreciated!

Signed,

SCARD  

Most of the time I cut curly hair- I first cut wet-

a razor if used properly is great because it makes the ends of the curl more pointed and not boxey.

I also blowdry straight (difficult curly hair) to ensure that the cut is completely even.  Hair that is inanely curly is often hard to keep track of your guide.

I actually cut it wet, flat ironed it (I have no idea why I felt the need to flat iron) to make sure it was straight.....that took FOREVER..But, the end result was a plus....However, I think I am over curly hair....it is exhausting!!!! 

GREAT feedback! I took everyone's advice and rolled with it........

Hello,

The most important aspects of cutting surly hair is

do not stretch it when it is wet.

curly hair does not curl when drying in the same pattern all around.

"A life. Like a camera, cannot produce clear results without focus"

Hotlocks~ hmmm re read my post.lol

I meant to say that curly hair springs up shorter when dry....

"A life. Like a camera, cannot produce clear results without focus"

"curly hair does not curl when drying in the same pattern all around."

I had to read it so slow.... I get it now, because you explained it.  Otherwise I would still be lost  :)

June's issue of American Salon has an article on page 63 & 64 titled "Tender Loving Curls". In the article, Lorraine Massey, of Devachan Salon in NY, discusses tips on how to handle curly hair. The article is extremely informative on how curly hair works and how to work it. A few points discussed include "Never Use Shampoo, Never Cut Wet, & Never Use a Razor."

In the article, Massey explains that while one should shampoo hair, those with curly hair shouldn't use shampoos with detergents in them, as this dries curly hair out. Since curly hair tends to be drier by nature, detergent shampoos can cause frizz.

She also explains that when cutting curly hair, one can't get a true read on the hair when it's wet. She then explains that "using a razor on curly hair is probably the worst thing you can do to curly hair." She states that the ends are fragile to begin with and that the razor can cause fraying. For more information on this article, or to check up on past articles, visit: http://www.americansalonmag.com

June's issue is not on the website as of 6/5/05, however they should have it up and available soon, I'm sure. Best of luck with your endeavors.